Iranian military leader threatens preemptive attack after Trump comments

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by Rachel WolfJanuary 7, 2026 at 02:09 PM

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Following warnings from former U.S. President Trump about intervening if Iran violently suppresses protests, a top Iranian military leader, Maj. Gen. Amir Hatami, threatened preemptive action. Hatami stated that Iran views the rhetoric as a threat and will respond decisively to any aggression, emphasizing the increased readiness of Iran's armed forces. These statements come amid widespread protests in Iran driven by economic hardship and international criticism of the government's response to demonstrators. In an effort to quell unrest, the Iranian government has initiated a subsidy program to offset rising food costs for a large portion of the population. The protests and international pressure have left Iranian officials feeling threatened, particularly by the U.S. and Israel.

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Venezuela 40% Israel 40% Cilia Flores 40% Nicolás Maduro (Maduro) 50% Islamic Republic 60% Amir Hatami ×270% United States of America ×280% Donald Trump ×590% Iran ×11100%

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